Hernia Repair
Open vs Laparoscopic Approaches
Published on 23. June 1997
Book
Hardback
243 pages
978-0-443-05523-2 (ISBN)
Description
The modern operative techniques of hernia repair are presented in this text. It defines the limited but important place that laparoscopic hernia repair holds amongst the range of operations available, giving guidance on operative techniques, patient care and avoidance of complications. It includes the newest operative techniques available, with step-by-step guidance through uncommon procedures. Paediatric hernias are also covered.
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Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Elsevier Health Sciences
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
233 ills.
Dimensions
Height: 248 mm
Width: 191 mm
Weight
980 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-443-05523-2 (9780443055232)
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Content
A Historical Perspective: Reviewing the Evolution of the Surgical Management of Groin Hernias. Anatomy. Open. Anatomy-Laparoscopic. Classification and Description of Groin Hernias. Inguinal Hernias in Infants and Children. Low, Inguinal and High Femoral Hernia Repair. The Bassini" of Edoardo Bassini. Mcvay Repair and Moloney Darn. The Shouldice Repair. Lichtenstein Open Tension-Free Hernioplasty. Mesh Plug Hernioplasty. Giant Prosthetic Reinforcement of the Visceral Sac in Inguinal Hernia Repair: the Stoppa Operation. Complications of Open Repairs. Transabdominal Preperitoneal Inguinal Hernioplasty. Laparoscopically-Guided Total Extraperitoneal Inguinal Hernioplasty. Complications of Laparoscopic Hernioplasty. Difficult and Recurrent Hernias. Inguinal Hernia Repair Using Local Anesthesia. Biomaterials in Hernia Surgery. Assessment of Outcomes and Cost"